My feet are swollen, I'm nautious, appetite tripled, fatigue, enlarged breasts, but what is throwing me off is the cycle in which it came extra early. It's not due for about a week or two. Everyone says I'm pregnant, but I'm not for sure. I don't want to get my hopes up. Plus I'm puzzled because of the cycle which has completely thrown me off. please help
2006-07-14 16:53:51 · 6 answers · asked by Mary S 1 in Health ➔ Women's Health
I am still experiencing same symptoms
2006-07-14 17:02:21 · update #1
Sometimes you can still have a period or two during early pregnancy. Or, (hopefully not), a miscarriage.
The first hormone to switch gears due to pregnancy is insulin and it can affect the production of all the other hormones. If it turns out not to be pregnancy, ask your doctor for a fasting insulin blood test . Ask for a copy of your results. 10 or higher is abnormal for an adult.
Also ask for a saliva test. This test will tell you if any of your feminine hormones are not at the best levels. I do not like doctors who prescribe hormones for any/every feminine problem without testing first. When that happened to me - the shot he gave me switched me from low blood sugar to diabetes.
Your symptoms (all of them) could be related to low blood sugar, which insulin overproduction (to make the baby) can cause. A snack before bedtime, focusing on protein (like a hard boiled egg), with a cracker or cookie and some peanuts, may get you sorted out - it did help a co-worker of mine in her early pregnancy.
You may want to check out www.hufa.org, and click on the symptoms link to check yourself out.
2006-07-14 17:01:04 · answer #1 · answered by Pegasus90 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many women notice bleeding or spotting throughout their pregnancy, particularly during their first trimester. This is a fairly common occurrence, with about 10% of all women experiencing some type of light bleeding during pregnancy. This bleeding, though, is not the same as getting your period.
During pregnancy, your body is focused on nurturing your baby so your brain sends signals to your uterus not to menstruate. Most of the time, light bleeding during pregnancy is normal and doesn’t present a danger to you or your baby. However, there are some risks associated with bleeding, especially in later stages of pregnancy. If you are pregnant, it is important to be aware of the factors that can cause bleeding, and the symptoms to watch out for.
Bleeding during early pregnancy is fairly common, with about 1 in 4 women experiencing symptoms during their first trimester. If you are early in your pregnancy and have noticed some vaginal bleeding, you may think you have gotten your period. This blood is not your period, but, in fact, is due to some other cause.
Some women will notice light bleeding about 10 to 14 days after fertilization. This is called implantation bleeding, and is caused by the egg implanting itself in your uterus. As the egg finds a home for itself in your uterus, it may disrupt the lining just a little bit, causing light bleeding. This bleeding should only last a couple of days and be fairly light. Implantation bleeding is nothing to worry about, but if it gets heavy at any time, or continues longer than a couple of days, see a doctor.
During early pregnancy, your cervix changes in order to accommodate your new baby. Your body will provide increased blood flow to your cervix, and sometimes this can result in light bleeding. If your cervix is inflamed slightly during intercourse or a pelvic exam, spotting or bleeding may occur. Again, this is normal and does not necessarily mean that your baby is in any trouble. If your bleeding is abnormally heavy or lingers for more than a few days, visit with your doctor to determine the cause.
Bleeding in the first trimester can sometimes be a signal that there is a problem with your baby. 15% to 20% of pregnancies end in miscarriages. Miscarriages most commonly occur within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Bleeding or spotting could be symptoms of a miscarriage, especially if they are associated with cramping, fever, or chills. If you think you are having a miscarriage, or are unsure why you are bleeding, contact your doctor or midwife. Your health care provider will be able to perform a pelvic exam to determine your baby’s situation.
Sometimes bleeding during early pregnancy can signal a more serious problem with your baby. Ectopic pregnancies occur in 1 out of every 60 pregnancies, and can be life-threatening to both mom and baby. Serious internal bleeding can occur with ectopic pregnancies, so if you are experiencing heavy bleeding go to the hospital.
do a test and see.
2006-07-14 17:28:18 · answer #2 · answered by purple 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you taken a test? You may want to do so, becuase if you're not pregnant your symptoms could be caused by something much more serious. Since I'm not a doctor and can't diagnose, I won't but you should see one soon.
2006-07-14 16:57:32 · answer #3 · answered by nurseTINA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's possible that you *were* pregnant--and had an early miscarriage. If your cycle is very regular as a rule, maybe you should call your doctor.
2006-07-14 16:57:18 · answer #4 · answered by catlover 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible that you have experienced an early miscarriage, and it will take a while for your hormones to get back on track.
2006-07-14 16:57:07 · answer #5 · answered by Elspeth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
can you not wait a few more weeks to find out?
2006-07-14 16:57:58 · answer #6 · answered by leadbelly 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋